Control Systems Engineer Job Description
Control systems engineer
provides process data to the Instrument, Controls and Electrical Department for the preparation of instrument data sheets.
Control Systems Engineer Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Outline maintenance practices for paint application automated systems
Coordinate with the software and software test team to refine and develop test plans and to coordinate assistance in debugging the application
To perform regular workplace inspections, conducting safety talks, staff meetings, tail gate meetings, being involved in the accident/incident investigation program, training new employees, correcting unsafe acts or conditions, correct or commend health and safety performance and conducting performance appraisals for workers’ safety performance
To identify growth and developmental opportunities and on-going training needs of personnel that will provide for an overall positive working environment
Know and maintain the safety rules for Decostar Industries
Recommend equipment improvements, or manufacturing methods, which would result in improved quality or greater efficiency
Coordinate all mechanical/electrical system modifications with external vendors, paint maintenance personnel and facility engineers
Organize and maintain all system documentation
Design and implement software, electrical and mechanical automated system enhancements
Identify, justify, implement and support capital projects
Control Systems Engineer Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Control Systems Engineer
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: III, IAT, DODI, II, FAA, EIT, PMP, CCST, EASA, API
Education for Control Systems Engineer
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the control systems engineer job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Technical, Engineering Technology, Science, Military, Design, Computer
Skills for Control Systems Engineer
Desired skills for control systems engineer include:
Application
Applicability of information to be populated in the instrument database
Specification and installation of tagged field instruments
Robotics work cells and its control systems
EPC work processes familiarity with the various project phases and the scope/deliverables
PDS 2D
VISIO CADD
EPC work processes
Instrument data bases
Instrument data sheets
Desired experience for control systems engineer includes:
Design, implement and support all HMI hardware and software for automated systems
An Engineers Australia-accredited four year electronic/electrical engineering qualification plus work experience at the level of Professional Engineer
A current driver’s license and be willing and able to travel long distances by car
Ability to rroutinely work at remote locations away from Geraldton and perform field work outside in conditions typically found in the Murchison region
Demonstrated understanding and practical skills in analogue and digital electronics systems hardware and firmware, two or more of (i) industrial control and automation systems
Self motivated, with demonstrated ability to apply professional engineering judgement in the course of commissioning, maintaining and/or designing and upgrading of electronic systems, from an overall systems level down to first-principles board level
Control Systems Engineer Examples
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Control Systems Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for a control systems engineer. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for control systems engineer
- Develop and execute the project plan for continued development of the attitude determination and tracking system
- Manage the technical development of the attitude determination and tracking system
- Lead in development of targets for system performance, so that it meets product specifications and requirements
- Manage the development and execution of the system evaluation plan
- Manage the development and execution of the sensor test and calibration plan and evaluation
- Perform, oversee, or lead the production of studies in existing facilities including preparation of project proposals
- Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed engineering work to meet project time, cost, and performance requirements for all projects assigned
- Participate in DFMEA for the systems integration
- Maintain safety, reliability and regulatory compliance with highest priority
- Provide control technical support during planning, installation, commissioning, start-up, and operations
Qualifications for control systems engineer
- Ability to understand various processes and process control schemes
- Proficient in reading electrical schematics, US , European
- Familiar with ISA standards as they relate to electrical drawings and Piping and Instrument Drawings (P&IDs)
- Computer science or Electrical Engineering Bachelor of Science degree
- Experience with PLC Control Panel Design is required
- Experience with Allen Bradley PLC selection is required
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Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of control systems engineer. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for control systems engineer
- Factory Talk View and PlantPax experience
- DeviceNet and ControlNet experience
- PLC programming using tools such as Versapro, WinTools, MiriMap and RSLogix 5000
- Make suggestions for product and service improvements that will increase customer satisfaction with the company’s products and services
- Testing, implementing, and documenting an ongoing support of the Train Management Dispatch System (TMDS) used by the railway in our rail traffic control center(s)
- Developing and executing testing strategies, test plans, and test procedures to validate that the system correctly implements the specifications
- Preparing schedules for specified projects
- Acting as a technical resource in the area of Train Control Systems
- Interfacing with rail traffic controllers, field and Signals & Communications (S&C) personnel, transportation officers
- The remaining time will be focused on Fiber Manufacturing production support activities
Qualifications for control systems engineer
- Expertise in system modeling using Matlab
- Expertise in real-world programming of embedded algorithms
- Strong background in embedded DSP
- Experience with GPS and GPS-aided inertial navigation systems and algorithms
- Willingness to discuss questions or uncertainties in job assignments
- Ability to positively interact with coworkers
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Control Systems Engineer Job Description
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Our growing company is hiring for a control systems engineer. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for control systems engineer
- Being a point of technical reference and escalation for FC Controls Engineers, Engineering Teams, Operational Teams and other Business Stakeholders, within an FC, Hub of FC’s or Region
- Manage and treat S&PC supply packages or contract packages as mini projects
- Be responsible for control system programming, including base logic, graphics, and Continuous/Batch production programming
- Manage training efforts for site automation
- Ensure plant changes or modifications are captured and documented as part of the Management of Change process
- Provide technical support for risk assessments on Management of Change to ensure changes do not jeopardize safety of plant
- Directing other engineers and designers
- Developing and updating P&ID's
- Creating and checking control narratives
- Making field trips to chemical plants and refineries
Qualifications for control systems engineer
- Demonstrates a specialized knowledge in automatic controls design, programming
- Demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with a wide range of groups and individuals
- Previous relevant experience, such as an internship, is preferred
- Excellent knowledge of standard PC based office software
- Understanding of PLC controlled systems and software preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of 3D CAD systems
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Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of control systems engineer. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for control systems engineer
- Work within a shift team and take the lead in resolution of controls related issues and improvements
- Working knowledge of Machine Safety Regulations and Safe Working Practices
- Fundamental understanding of IT systems like IP Networking, Server Architecture, SQL Databases
- Preparing specifications, system layout, and component selection for PLC and DCS systems
- Development of instrumentation and control systems, bills of material and capital cost estimates
- Maintaining instrument lists and I/O lists for procurement packages including pressure, temperature, flow, level, weigh, analyzer and control valves
- Provide direction for the inspection and acceptance testing of field devices, and control systems is an asset
- Work with internal processes consistent with corporate standards and policies, and also a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Issue reports, drawings and other documents as directed/required
- Programming of HMIs and PLC/DCS Systems
Qualifications for control systems engineer
- Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and 0 to 2 years of work-related experience (new graduate - BE/ Btech Instrumentation/ Electronics)
- BS of Science or higher in engineering or other related field and a minimum of 10 years of thermal design, analysis, or testing of aerospace systems
- Minimum of 2 years Knowledge of Functional Safety Theory with specific on-the-job experience and knowledge of industry standards for functional safety implementation of complex electronic control systems
- Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation and Controls or Electrical Engineering
- 5+ years of PLC/DCS experience (SIEMENS, Allen Bradley, DeltaV)
- 24/7 availability for problem resolution
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Control Systems Engineer Job Description
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Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of control systems engineer. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for control systems engineer
- Programming PLC systems using Siemens and Allen Bradley PLC and HMI systems
- Implementation of automation projects
- Provide technical leadership and hands-on proficiency in the resolution of software and controls systems issues
- Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and IT analysts
- Prepare timely and accurate heavy duty automotive software and electrical hardware designs based on written or verbal inputs and instructions
- Prepare timely and accurate operation instructions, test, and validation documents for software and hardware designs
- Work closely with all engineering groups, support teams, and manufacturing, to assure accurate integration and on time completion of options, modifications and new designs
- Monitors assigned project status and reports progress and obstacles to management as required to complete tasks on schedule and within budget
- Provide assembly and test assistance and troubleshooting efforts as required to maintain production and delivery schedules
- Experience using 3D cad systems
Qualifications for control systems engineer
- Experience in specifying control components including PLCs, safety hardware, sensors, relays, motors, valves, positioners, power regulation devices, and breakers
- Experience in troubleshooting communication protocols including HART, profibus, ethernet types, and modbus
- Experience in control project management
- Ability to analyze data and develop solutions
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work
- Ability to analyze technical problems, evaluate alternatives and identify the optimum solution